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#7 Lionel Messi (Paris Saint-Germain)
It is surprising to see Lionel Messi this far down the list but that is how 2021 has been. The Argentine had an eventful year, winning the Copa Del Rey, his seventh Ballon d'Or and his first Copa America trophy with Argentina.
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This year also saw him leave Barcelona against all odds and join Paris Saint-Germain in the summer transfer window. Since then, Lionel Messi has struggled a bit to register goals but nonetheless, he has been an amazing goalscorer this year. The Argentine has scored 43 goals in 2021, winning three trophies in the process.
#6 Dusan Vlahovic (Fiorentina)
Dusan Vlahovic is a new entry in the list as the Serbian has impressed many with his superb performances for Fiorentina. The 21-year old has been absolutely wonderful with his clinical and precise finishing.
The tall striker has already found the net 16 times this season in Serie A in just 19 appearances in the 2021-22 season. This takes his total tally for the year to 39 goals. It comes as no surprise why top European teams are keeping an eye on Dusan Vlahovic for next summer.
#5 Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
Mohamed Salah has been in terrific form for Liverpool ever since he joined them in 2017. The Egyptian winger has been very deadly going forward using his mind-boggling dribbling and goal-scoring abilities.
Last season, Salah scored 22 Premier League goals in 37 games. He has already registered 15 goals to his name in just 18 league appearances this season. The left-footed forward has been brutal in attack and very difficult to defend.
Mohamed Salah has scored 37 goals in 2021 and it is likely that he will score more next year given his current form.
#4 Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)
Since the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo to Juventus in 2018, Karim Benzema has made sure that goals come for Real Madrid at regular intervals. The French striker has been very efficient in front of goal with all his experience and fantastic technique on the ball.
Despite Madrid not being at their best in 2021, Karim Benzema has continued to be among the goals. He already has 20 goals to his name this season in just 23 appearances across all competitions. The 34-year old has scored 47 goals in 2021, proving his effectiveness in front of goal once again.
